What is Catskills real estate?

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Catskills real estate consists of residential and commercial properties for sale or rent in the Catskills region of New York State. The Catskills is a mountain resort area located about two hours from New York City and within commuting distance of Albany, NY.

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Four counties make up the Catskills region: Delaware, Green, Ulster and Sullivan. Within this area, real estate offerings include homes suitable for use as year-round residences or as vacation homes. Properties located in downtown areas and in developments are often primary residences, whereas more rural properties are often used as vacation homes.

Those who wish to build their home homes can purchase vacant land. Although it's possible to find lots that have utility access and septic system approval, building contractors often arrange for these services on the buyers' behalf.

Vacation homes serve double-duty as investment properties. By offering a vacation home as a vacation rental when it otherwise would be vacant, owners can offset their expenses. These owners rent and manage their own properties or hire a local brokerage to market and manage their homes.

Commercial property is available to individuals considering opening a business. These properties include retail buildings, restaurants and mixed-use buildings located in areas with commercial zoning.